Chicken with Fresh Herb Mascarpone
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Chicken with Fresh Herb Mascarpone recipe—a creamy, herbaceous dish that’s as indulgent as it is easy to make. Perfectly seared boneless chicken breasts are bathed in a luxurious mascarpone sauce infused with vibrant fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, and chives, along with a hint of zesty lemon for brightness. This one-skillet recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an elegant yet practical option for busy evenings. Serve this tender, flavor-packed chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or fluffy mashed potatoes, to create a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 ounces Mascarpone cheese
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil along with the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the mascarpone cheese and chicken broth. Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped parsley, thyme leaves, chives, and lemon zest to the sauce, stirring to combine. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the chicken hot, generously topped with the herb mascarpone sauce. Pair with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.4 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.3 g | 462% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 978 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 3195 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 228.2 g | 456% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2179 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
